'Hertfordshire's 10 most wanted men' announced by police

• Herts Police have named the 10 most wanted men in the county as they work to track them down, including one with links to Kings Langley.

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Watford Observer - News (Newsquest) · Planning · yesterday Community bringing 'all the gusto and force we can' to 280-home plan inquiry • The Bushey community is planning to bring “all the gusto and all the force that we can” to oppose a 280-home plan at inquiry.

St Albans Times · Events · today Joanna Lumley backs opening Of OVO’s new theatre The Barn • Dame Joanna Lumley – patron of St Albans-based professional theatre company OVO – has shared her excitement at the opening of its new theatre The Barn. • The acting legend said: “I’m absolutely delighted to see The Barn announce its opening season. • This beautiful, atmospheric new space will be a worthy.

Herts Advertiser · Local news · yesterday Latest court results for St Albans and the surrounding areas • The latest court results from St Albans and the surrounding area include cases heard at Stevenage and St Albans magistrates' courts.

The Comet - News (Newsquest) · Safety · yesterday Three arrested as police seize drugs and weapons in crackdown on crime • Arrests have been made and drugs, weapons, and mobile phones have been seized following police raids in Stevenage and Letchworth

St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday Grape expectations… • Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, has plans for her garden grapes… We’re in a seasonal transition period. • Sometimes, the change from summer to autumn is almost cruel in its abruptness. • This year, however, we seem to be experiencing more of a softly-softly approach.

The Comet - News (Newsquest) · Safety · yesterday CCTV appeal launched after skin care stolen from Boots in Stevenage • A CCTV appeal has been launched after a theft from Boots in Stevenage's Roaring Meg Retail Park.

Hemel Today · Events · 2 days ago Top nursing chief praises West Herts nursing staff during ‘inspiring’ visit • The General Secretary and Chief Executive of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) was left ‘inspired’ by nursing staff at Watford General Hospital, praising staff for their teamwork, togetherness and optimism.

North Herts Council - site RSS · Planning · yesterday North Herts Council moves forward with next stage of Churchgate Regeneration Project • North Herts Council moves forward with next stage of Churchgate Regeneration Project gavin.midgley Date 16 September 2026 Date 16 September 2026 Category Press Release North Herts Council is taking a major step forward in its plans for the future of Churchgate and the surrounding area, with the search beginning for a development partner to help turn the community’s ambitions into deliverable proposals.

BBC News - Beds, Herts & Bucks (regional) · Travel · yesterday Everything we know about Oasis's return to Knebworth • What you need to know about ticket prices, how to avoid traffic and what will happen on the day.

Herts Advertiser · Local news · yesterday Winter Fuel Payment recipients soar by 9.6 million after major Government U-turn • Winter Fuel Payment recipients soared by 9.6 million to 10.9 million in England and Wales last winter after the Government widened eligibility.

Welwyn Hatfield Times · Local news · yesterday 5 Hertfordshire businesses that have opened or closed this month • Here's five Hertfordshire businesses that have opened or closed this month.

Welwyn Hatfield Times - things to do · Events · today Thomas The Tank Engine to be voice by Hertfordshire boy in new series • The iconic Thomas The Tank Engine will now be voiced by a 13-year-old boy from Hertfordshire in a new animated series.

What's on: next 14 days

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23 Sep · The Wash, SG14 1PS Hertford, United KingdomAlice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (15)- part of Scorsese Season

25 Sep · The Mill House HertfordBeers & Braids

27 Sep · Corn Exchange - HertfordBlackmore's Blood | Corn Exchange, Hertford

20 Sep · The Secret SpaceBritish Wheel of Yoga Foundation Course 1

25 Sep · Hertford Corn ExchangeChina Crisis - Hertford

19 Sep · 39 Fore Street, SG14 1AL Hertford, United KingdomEmo Night ft. Kerrank! | Corn Exchange, Hertfordd

26–27 Sep · Sele Community HubFabric Sale Pop-Up & Stash Swap - 26th - 27th September

27 Sep · Courtyard Arts CentreFree Custom Block carving and printing workshop

26 Sep at 22:00 · Dog WhistleGarage Nation Hertfort

26 Sep at 22:00 · Dog WhistleGarage Nation Summer Closing Party

19 Sep · Hertford Corn ExchangeKERRANK! Live & Loud in Hertford

24 Sep · Hertford Corn ExchangeMartin Turner ex Wishbone Ash - Hertford

26 Sep at 19:30 · Hertford St Andrew's ChurchMEGSON live HERTFORD

20 Sep · PANSHANGER PARKNature Explorers at Panshanger Park

20 Sep · Corn Exchange - HertfordOutlaws and Sinners - Line Dancing Night | Corn Exchange, Hertford

20 Sep · Panshanger ParkPanshanger Park Walkies Ready Club

19 Sep · Dog And Whistle, HertfordRNB MANIA | Hertford's R&B Festival

23 Sep · White Hart - HertfordSingles Night in Hertford | Speed Dating Alternative

26 Sep · Corn Exchange - HertfordSpace | Hertford Corn Exchange

18 Sep · Hertford Corn ExchangeThe Blockheads in East Hertfordshire

25 Sep · BEAM HertfordThe Comedy Store - Hertford

18 SepLive Music - Mario

17 Sep · Highfield Park TrustBat Safari

26 Sep · Greenwood Park Community CentreGreenwood Park Freestyle on Saturday 26 September

23 Sep · St AlbansGuilt Free Boundaries - Free Online Masterclass

17 Sep · St Michael's ChurchHarry Christophers and the Sixteen

27 Sep · The HornJohn Hackett Band with special guest Dikajee (solo) | The Horn, St Albans

26 Sep · St Albans Beer & Cider FestivalMRC St Albans #134 x St Albans Beer Festival

17 Sep · Trestle Arts BasePROCESS Drama Club - 10 Week Course

26 Sep · Greenwood URC - 149 Watford Rd, St Albans AL2 3HGRepair Fair at St Albans Greenwood URC

26 Sep · Villa 2 Lounge BarRnBoujee

27 Sep · Three HammersSpeed Dating in St Albans Ages 40-59ish

24 Sep at 17:30 · Samuel Ryder AcademySRA Secondary Transfer Open Evening 2026 - Headteacher's Talk: 5.30pm

30 Sep · Highfield Park TrustThe Quiet Place - September Equinox - 30th September

29 Sep · WaterstonesThreshing Day Celebration! - St Albans

19 Sep · WD18 9QDActive2gether - Holywell Multisport Sessions

19 Sep · Hotel ChocolatAutumn Chocolate Tasting Experience - Watford

26 Sep · RevealBack To The 80s And 90s

20 Sep · The Parade, Watford, United KingdomClassic Wheels on The Parade

26 Sep · Warner Bros. Studio Tour LondonCoach Trip to the Harry Potter Studio Tour

27 Sep · Watford ColosseumDON BROCO, unpeople, Ando San in Watford

18 Sep · Fullerlife Health & Fitness CentreFREE BASKETBALL SESSION: FRIDAY: INTERMEDIATE: 8.00-9.00pm @WGGS

26 Sep · Dunnings 2Motown Day Party: Watford

19–20 Sep · South Oxhey Leisure Centre (Watford, UK)Sensei Hitoshi Kasuya London Seminar 2026

27 Sep · Watford Leisure Centre Woodside (Watford)The Big Herts Antique & Vintage Fair

20 Sep · Stanborough Park, WD25 9JL Watford, United KingdomWatford Festival of Praise

26 SepWATFORD COLOSSEUM Discos for Grown ups 70s 80s 90s DISCO PARTY

21 Sep at 21:00Watford Palace Theatre Open Mic

30 Sep–4 Oct at 18:00Hatfield House Real Tennis Open Days

18 Sep–31 Oct18th September - 31st October 2026 Paul Davey

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Did you know? · Hertfordshire

Playwright George Bernard Shaw lived at Shaw's Corner in Ayot St Lawrence, Hertfordshire, from 1906 until his death in 1950.

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